First aid training for the workplace - Curriculum and quality management for training agencies

Note: The scope and project need for this NOI (originally published on July 5, 2023) were updated by the responsible SDO on February 13, 2024.

This Standard specifies the minimum requirements and guidance for a workplace first aid training program, and it applies to

a)   program design and development;

b)   competency levels by topic and for each workplace first aid training level; and

c)   quality management requirements.

Exclusions

This Standard does not apply to first aid programs that are intended for

a)   general interest in first aid;

b)   workplace first aid instructor training;

c)   specialty first aid training programs, where specific legislation applies; and

d)   mental health first aid programs.

Notes:
1) Additional industry-specific regulatory requirements might apply.

2)Examples of specialty first aid training programs include but not limited to specific environments such as aviation, aquatics, childcare, long-term care services, marine, mining, school buses, and transportation.